A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Milton Keynes is looking for a passionate and motivated Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join its supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Psychology Graduate who is fascinated by behaviour, development, learning, and wellbeing and wants to turn their academic knowledge into meaningful, practical experience.
About the role as a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Milton Keynes
As a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who require additional academic, emotional, and behavioural support. You will provide one-to-one and small-group assistance, helping students overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and develop greater independence.
This role is particularly suited to graduates considering careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Child Psychology, Counselling, Teaching, or Mental Health, providing valuable experience within a professional secondary school environment.
Key Responsibilities as a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant in Milton Keynes
Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students with a range of learning and additional needs
Support students with their academic progress, confidence, and engagement
Develop positive and trusting relationships with pupils
Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and independence
Support students who may experience challenges with communication, concentration, confidence, or behaviour
Assist teachers with engaging and accessible classroom activities
Apply knowledge of psychology, behaviour, and development to support individual studentsRequirements
A degree in Psychology or a closely related subject
Genuine interest in working with children and young people
Previous experience working with children, young people, SEN, mentoring, tutoring, coaching, or care is desirable
Patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
Strong communication and interpersonal skillsPerks and Benefits
Fantastic opportunity for a Psychology Graduate in Milton Keynes to gain valuable school-based experience
Practical experience relevant to future psychology and education careers
Opportunity to develop your understanding of behaviour, child development, and learning
Experience that can strengthen applications for future psychology-related roles
Highly rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives
Excellent opportunity to build a career in education, psychology, or specialist supportIf you are a Psychology Graduate looking to gain meaningful experience working with young people and develop your understanding of psychology in a real-world setting, apply today for this Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role in Milton Keynes.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
Salary description
£475.00 - £500.00 per week